What Did Trump Say About Colin Kaepernick? He’s Talking About The NFL Instead Of The Issues

Presidents are more than allowed to voice their opinions about non-political matters, but it seems that Donald Trump can't stop. During a rally in Kentucky on Mar. 20, the president cited an article that quoted anonymous National Football League officials worry that hiring former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick would result in "a nasty tweet from Donald Trump." It was the second time Trump made disparaging comments about Kaepernick, and his focus on a football player he disagrees with on what some are calling one of his worst days as president is telling.

During his speech in Louisville, Trump warmed up the crowd with a story about the "San Francisco quarterback" he refused to name, citing a Bleacher Report article that claimed some NFL officials were afraid to sign Kaepernick because it could possibly lead to protests from fans or that "Trump will tweet about the team." With an incredulous smirk, Trump asked the crowd "can you believe it," a comment that brought cheers from the audience. He went on to say that he came to Kentucky because "the people of Kentucky because they like when people actually stand for the American flag."

Although CNN lauded Trump's lack of response to the FBI director's testimony as a sign of restraint, reports from local news stations in Kentucky claimed that the White House told reporters Trump would not answer questions about wiretapping or Russia. So, a president will comment on an athlete he doesn't like but specifically refuses to discuss controversial news that involves his administration.